HitchHiker XF now available.

[Eric H-L]

Order direct from ClimbingInnovations.

HitchHikerXF WITH OUT Captive Eye Swing Arm and WITH Omni Block 1.5

WITHOUT CAPTIVE EYE, WITH ROCK EXOTICA OMNI BLOCK 1.5 The HHxf is a unique device in the world of multicenders (a device that allows movement up, down, and laterally with little to no configuration change). It is the only device that combines the load bearing anchor point with the required...

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[Eric H-L]

I am totally satisfied with my HHX. Also my HH2. I don’t need it but I want it! OCGD hits hard!

 

[Jonny]

Looks like some serious thought went into it, the shackle is very cool. I am probably all set on climbing devices though. Maybe. But no promises.

 

[pigwot]

Ordered one today.

 

[lxskllr]

What's with the omni block configuration? How is that used?

 

[flushcut]

OG HH1 nuff said mic drop exit stage left

 

[CurSedVoyce]

Been waiting for this. I can do with out the omni block. But if it comes with it, it will go a nice sling.

 

[Eric H-L]

What's with the omni block configuration? How is that used?

Richard is offering a 15% discount through the end of March with code HH XF. The tool is available in several configurations. The Omniblock is for connecting the HH XF to your bridge.

 

[Eric H-L]

Been waiting for this. I can do with out the omni block. But if it comes with it, it will go a nice sling.

It’s $360.00 with the Omni-block. $300.00 without.

 

[Bermy]

OG HH1 nuff said mic drop exit stage left

My hero!

 

[lxskllr]

Still not sure I get the idea of having a pulley on the bridge. Reduces friction, but is friction a problem?

 

[PCTREE]

Looks like Richard did a good job with this

 

[SeanKroll]

I just picked up a HH2, too go with my HH2 and HH. What's a guy to do?

 

[Altissimus]

Love my 1 .... what's the upgrade redesign do better ?

 

[Bermy]

Looks lighter, smaller

 

[CurSedVoyce]

Note the addition of a advancement tending point.

 

[pigwot]

And an adjustable friction point.


Extra Friction Plug: (7075-T6 hard anodized aluminum.) A threaded plug that when inserted into the back of the HHxf body provides extra friction to the mechanical and proportional friction component for descent. (Not to be used during ascent.) It does so by creating a bend in the rope and putting more friction on the other 2 friction components. It provides adjustable proportional friction but is not controllable as is the friction hitch.

 

[pete mctree]

It seems to be moving away from the simple compact design Paul created - perhaps it is an improvement, but for me it looks like a complication of something that worked well due to its simplicity

 

[Altissimus]

How I feel about mine

 

[Altissimus]

Talk about whose not around , Paul !

 

[lxskllr]

So, what do you all think; HitchHiker2 or XF?

A concern of mine with the new one is the moveable aluminum parts rubbing against each other. Doesn't seem as robust as steel.

 

[PCTREE]

The HH2 utilizes AR400 sideplates which is some of the most wear resistant stuff around. Will be interesting to see how the alluminum will hold up

 

[SeanKroll]

How does HH2 compare to the HH?

I've seen some wear on the spine of the HH... been years and years of use.

 

[Bart]

I thought a big part of Paul's design was the bomb proof durability of the parts/materials he used i.e. tool steel and not aluminum particularly because of wear in the inclined slots. High pressure contact there.

 

[PCTREE]

HH and HH2 are functionally identical. HH2 is slightly easier to make which was the only reason for change.